You are Invited
WHERE:
National Western Club
The Legacy Building
4800 National Western Dr, Denver, CO 80216
WHEN:
September 18th 2026
Doors Open at 5pm
WHY:
RISE is growing stronger—building deeper relationships, earning trust in our community, and helping more people step confidently into supporting foster and adoptive families. Join us for a meaningful night where you’ll experience that impact and find your place in it.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Night to RISE?
Night to Rise is Rise’s signature fundraising gala. An evening dedicated to supporting foster and adoptive families through connection, inspiration, and community giving.
When and Where is the Event?
Our 2026 Gala will be held at the National Western Club Legacy Building. Doors will open at 5:00pm and the event will start at 5:30pm.
What is the dress code?
Elevated Evening Attire
Think polished, stylish, and event-ready. Sport coats, blazers, dresses, jumpsuits, boots, dress shoes, and dark denim paired with dressier pieces are all welcome.
The National Western Complex provides a backdrop that is uniquely Colorado. Feel free to lean into the western vibe to complement our venue.
Our goal is simple: come dressed for a special evening and feel comfortable celebrating with our community.
Can my business (or I) become a Sponsor?
Absolutely! We have several options for individuals or businesses to sponsor Night to RISE. Click on BUY NOW above to see what sponsorship levels are still available. And remember all proceeds are tax deductible!
Why am I being asked to give a tip to Givebutter?
In order for RISE to not accumulate extra fees for using GiveButter they ask for a tip option be made available to our donors. It is not require. Please feel free to change it to $0.
I cannot attend. How can I still support RISE?
You can make a donation through the give page or consider becoming a monthly donor to provide ongoing support.
Is Night to RISE family Friendly?
This is an adult-focused evening. While we love kids, we recommend making arrangements for childcare so you can fully enjoy the event.
Who do I contact if I have more questions?
Reach out to Lynn Emrick at lynn.emrick@risefamily.org or call 720-218-0842 and we’d be happy to help!
Are there any drawings happening at Night to RISE?
Yes. There is a Golden Ticket and a Paddle Drop happening at the end of the evening. Please see the terms and conditions below to fully understand.
GOLDEN TICKET OFFICIAL RULES & REGULATIONS
NO PURCHASE, DONATION, OR FINANCIAL CONTRIBUTION NECESSARY TO ENTER OR WIN. A PURCHASE OR DONATION WILL NOT INCREASE YOUR CHANCES OF WINNING.
1. ELIGIBILITY: The Opportunity Drawing is open to legal residents of the State of Colorado who are eighteen (18) years of age or older at the time of entry. Employees, officers, and directors of RISE and their immediate family members are not eligible to win. Void where prohibited by law.
2. ENTRY LIMITS & CAPACITY: This drawing is strictly limited to a maximum cap of one hundred (100) total entries. Entries will be allocated on a strict first-come, first-served basis across all submission methods. Once a combined total of 100 entries have been recorded, the drawing pool will officially close, and no further entries will be accepted.
3. HOW TO ENTER:
- Suggested Donation Method: Participants may obtain Golden Ticket entries by making a suggested donation of $100.00 per entry to RISE prior to or during the event, up until the 100-entry limit is reached. There is no limit to the number of paid entries an individual may purchase, subject to overall availability.
- Alternate Method of Entry: To enter without making a purchase or donation, ask for an official drawing entry card at the event registration desk on 9/18/26, up until the 100-entry limit is reached. Hand-print your full name, phone number, and email address on the card and return it directly to the registration volunteer. Limit one (1) free entry per person. All entries carry identical weight and odds of winning.
4. SELECTION OF WINNER & PRESENCE POLICY: The grand prize drawing will take place live on stage at approximately 8:45PM on 9/18/26 at National Western Legacy Building. One (1) winning entry will be drawn completely at random from the pool of up to 100 valid entries.
PRESENCE POLICY: NEED NOT BE PRESENT TO WIN.
Participants do not need to be physically present at the gala or inside the venue at the time of the drawing to win. If the drawn winner is present, they may claim their prize voucher immediately. If the drawn winner is absent, they will be officially notified via the phone number and email address provided at the time of entry on the next business day following the event.
Participants do not need to be physically present at the gala or inside the venue at the time of the drawing to win. If the drawn winner is present, they may claim their prize voucher immediately. If the drawn winner is absent, they will be officially notified via the phone number and email address provided at the time of entry on the next business day following the event.
5. PRIZE CLAIM TIMELINE: An absent winner will have exactly thirty (30) calendar days from the date of initial notification to respond and claim their travel experiences choice. If the prize is completely unclaimed after 30 days, RISE reserves the right to pick an alternate winner from the remaining entries or retain the prize for future organizational use.
6. PUBLICITY & LIABILITY RELEASE: By accepting the prize, the winner grants RISE the right to use their name, likeness, and hometown for promotional, fundraising, or marketing purposes without further compensation. By participating, entrants release RISE, its venue, and sponsors from any liability or injury resulting from participation or the acceptance/use of the prize.
PADDLE DROP OPPORTUNITY DRAWING OFFICIAL RULES & REGULATIONS
NO PURCHASE, DONATION, OR FINANCIAL CONTRIBUTION NECESSARY TO ENTER OR WIN. A PURCHASE OR DONATION WILL NOT INCREASE YOUR CHANCES OF WINNING.
1. ELIGIBILITY: The Opportunity Drawing is open to legal residents of the State of Colorado who are eighteen (18) years of age or older at the time of entry. Employees, officers, and directors of RISE and their immediate family members are not eligible to win. Void where prohibited by law.
2. HOW TO ENTER:
- Suggested Donation Method: During the designated Paddle Drop appeal at the gala, participants may signal their support by raising and dropping their assigned numbered bid paddle into the collection basket to make a flat-rate suggested donation of $50.00 to RISE. Their bidder/paddle number will automatically be logged as an entry into the drawing.
- Alternate Method of Entry (AMOE): To enter without making a purchase or donation, any attendee may request a free paper entry slip at the event registration desk prior to the start of the Paddle Drop appeal. Hand-print your full name, phone number, email address, and assigned bidder number (if applicable) on the slip and return it directly to the registration volunteer to be added to the drawing pool. All entries carry identical weight and odds of winning.
3. SELECTION OF WINNER AND PRESENCE REQUIREMENT: The grand prize drawing will take place live on stage immediately following the conclusion of the Paddle Drop collection on 9/26/26 at National Western Legacy Building. One (1) winning number will be drawn at random from the combined pool of dropped paddles and paper entry slips.
**CRITICAL REQUIREMENT: MUST BE PRESENT TO WIN.
To be declared the official winner, the individual corresponding to the drawn number must be physically present in the main room at the exact time of the drawing. If the drawn participant does not step forward to claim the prize within two (2) minutes of their name or bidder number being announced, the entry will be disqualified, and an alternate winning number will be immediately drawn. This process will repeat until a physically present winner claims the prize.
To be declared the official winner, the individual corresponding to the drawn number must be physically present in the main room at the exact time of the drawing. If the drawn participant does not step forward to claim the prize within two (2) minutes of their name or bidder number being announced, the entry will be disqualified, and an alternate winning number will be immediately drawn. This process will repeat until a physically present winner claims the prize.
4. COMPLIANT ACCESSIBILITY FOR NON-GALA ATTENDEES: Individuals utilizing the Alternate Method of Entry who choose not to purchase an admission ticket to the full gala dinner are legally permitted access into the venue’s main room specifically during the time of the drawing to satisfy the physical presence requirement. Free entry does not include gala amenities, food, or beverage service.
5. PUBLICITY & LIABILITY RELEASE: By accepting the prize, the winner grants RISE the right to use their name, likeness, and hometown for promotional, fundraising, or marketing purposes without further compensation. By participating, entrants release RISE, its venue, and sponsors from any liability or injury resulting from participation or the acceptance/use of the prize.